The Hookup Plan

London Kelly, a pediatric surgeon in New York, encounters her medical school nemesis Drew Sullivan at their friends' wedding. Despite their competitive past and ongoing tension, they agree to a no-strings hookup arrangement while Drew is temporarily in town. Their casual plan becomes complicated by unresolved feelings from their shared history at Johns Hopkins. Between London's dedication to her career and Drew's temporary stay in New York, both must navigate their evolving connection while maintaining professional boundaries. The story explores how past rivalries and present circumstances affect relationships among medical professionals. Career ambitions, personal growth, and the balance between professional success and romantic fulfillment emerge as central themes in this contemporary romance.

Readers rate The Hookup Plan as an enjoyable romantic comedy focusing on the medical profession. Many reviews note the chemistry between the main characters London and Drew, with their shared history and career-driven personalities. Likes: - Authentic portrayal of Black medical professionals - Balance of light moments with serious themes - Well-developed friend group dynamics - Discussion of burnout in healthcare - Representation of anxiety and mental health Dislikes: - Some found the pacing slow in the middle - Several readers wanted more conflict resolution - A few noted the medical jargon was hard to follow Ratings: Goodreads: 4.0/5 (8,400+ ratings) Amazon: 4.4/5 (1,900+ ratings) BookBub: 4.3/5 (300+ ratings) "The perfect blend of steam and substance" was a common sentiment among positive reviews. Critical reviews often mentioned "wanting more emotional depth between characters" or "too much time spent on medical procedures."

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🎯 Author Farrah Rochon wrote this book as part of "The Boyfriend Project" series, which follows three women who become friends after discovering they're dating the same man. 💼 The main character, London, is a pediatric surgeon - a field where women make up only about 24.6% of practitioners in the United States. 📚 The book explores themes of impostor syndrome, particularly in high-achieving professionals, which studies show affects approximately 70% of people at some point in their careers. 🏆 Farrah Rochon is a USA Today bestselling author and has won multiple awards, including the Emma Award for Author of the Year. 💕 The novel subverts traditional romance tropes by featuring a female protagonist who initially wants to keep the relationship casual, while the male lead is interested in something more serious.